A26 ❖ FRIDAY, January 24, 2014
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Don Henderson November 28th,1951
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January 22nd, 2014
Weitzel, Doreen June
April 22, 1933 - January 18, 2014 It is with great sadness that the family share the passing of Doreen J. Weitzel (Whitfield) after her diagnosis of cancer 2 years. ago. She spent her last several days in the wonderful care of the Kamloops Hospice (Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial.) She is survived by her brother Bill Whitfield (Mary Lou), children Danny (Lorraine), Tina (Ken) and Shannon (LeeAnne), 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She lived her life fully, tirelessly raising 3 children and touching the hearts of many people by being involved in the community as the Director of The Merritt Longhorns Drum Corp from 1968-1980, and a Foster Parent close to 30 years. She will be loved and missed by many, but we will all have our fond memories. Condolences can be expressed by emailing kamloops@myalternatives.ca as well there will be a Celebration of Life May 16 at 1926 Houston St., Merritt, B.C. from 2-6pm. The family would like to thank Home Support Services, Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge, The Kamloops Hospice and Dr. Dong for their part in her quality of life. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any of the 4 services above.
Greyson Maxwell Rawkins
January 24, 2011 - March 23, 2011 Happy 3rd Birthday “Mr Man” We Love you and miss you forever. Love Mommy, Layla, Jude and Lily
Don Henderson of Kamloops, BC, passed away on January 22nd, 2014, at the age of 62. There will be a Memorial Service for Don held on January 29th, 2014 at 11:00am in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel. This is a short service announcement, to be followed by a full obituary on Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 in Kamloops This Week. Arrangement Entrusted by Kamloops Funeral Service.
John Drobot 1928-2014
On Wednesday, January 22, 2014 Mr. John Drobot of Kamloops passed away peacefully at the age of 86 years. He is sur vived by his sisters Helen Wirstiuk and Marie Ziebart , his brothers Peter (Betty) Drobot, Orest “Ernie” Drobot, Eugene Drobot and Steve (Shirley) Drobot and many nieces a n d n e p h e w s. John was predeceased by his father George in 1981,mother Annie 1985 and his brother Nicholas in 2008. He enjoyed reading, walking and listening to music. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street with Pastor Don Maione officiating. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Schoenings Funeral Service • 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
Teresa Sirianni June 20, 1928 - January 20, 2014 Mary Catherine Vandale 1944 – 2014
Mary Catherine Vandale, better known as Cathy, a new resident of Dawson Creek, British Columbia formerly a resident of Kamloops, British Columbia passed away in the Dawson Creek and District Hospital on January 19, 2014 at 69 years of age. Cathy was born on May 3, 1944 in Drumheller, Alberta to Wilfred and Rose Poxon. She was the second child and only girl to her loving parents. Cathy was a practical nurse and worked at High Country Health Care for over ten years. She enjoyed gardening and also loved listening to many genres of music especially Bruno Mars and Tina Turner. Cathy is predeceased by her older brother Wilfred but will always be remembered by her son Jim (Aimee), brother Lawrence (Eva) and grandchildren Christopher and Jennifer, also her son’s Wes (Margaret), and Steve (Linda). She will also be fondly remembered by her close friends Wendy (Tyler) and Fran (Ken) No service will be held as requested. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Cathy may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Bergeron Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd.
It is with great sadness and broken hearts that the family of Teresa Sirianni announces the sudden passing of their beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Teresa passed away on Monday, January 20, 2014. She goes to join her husband Fedele, parents Raffaele and Giuseppina Guzzo, brother Attilio and sister Maria. Teresa is survived by her children, John (Judy), Frank (Merle), Maria (Tony), Attilio and Fina (Rick); her grandchildren Tracy (Daren), Daniel (Kristy), Rose-Anne (Aaron), Jason (Lorena), Justin, Sandra, Anthony B., Anthony S., Jonathan and Dario; eight great grandchildren; her two brothers Francesco and Amedeo of Germany and Vincenzo of Italy, and numerous nieces and nephews. Teresa was born on June 20, 1928, in Malito, Cosenza, Italy. In June 1962, Teresa traveled from Italy with her four children to join her husband in Canada. She devoted her life to caring for her children and then her grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and being surrounded by family. Her house was always the hub of family gatherings. The traditions she handed down let us know who we are, the lessons she taught us, are her gifts to us. Once upon a memory Someone wiped away a tear Held me close and loved me Thank – you mother dear. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at Gemstone (quartz one) and also at the Hamlets for the wonderful care given to our mom. For those wishing to pay their respects by viewing, may do so on Sunday, January 26, 2014 from 2 – 4:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street. The Reverend Father Peter Nguyen will celebrate the Funeral Mass on Monday, January 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society in memory of Teresa would be appreciated. Condolencesvmay be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com Schoenings Funeral Service • 250-374-1454 www.schoeningfuneralservice.com
Marco Ernesto Macchi Aug. 4, 1938 – Jan. 10, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marco after a short but courageous battle with liver cancer Predeceased by his wife Walli in 1991; his mother, father, two sisters, brother-inlaw and stepson. Survived by his brother Fermo (Lotti) of Switzerland; niece Gabriella, nephew Andre both of Switzerland. Cousin Lynda of California, and special friend Jewel of Kamloops, as well as many good friends. Marco was born in Zurick, Switzerland and immigrated to Canada with his wife Walli in 1965. Then they made Kamloops their home. Here Marco continued his heavy duty mechanics trade until his retirement in 2003. He enjoyed his many trips back to his homeland of Switzerland there he enjoyed the time spent with family and friends. Thanks to the wonderful staff at the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House. They showed outstanding care for Marco in his final days. At Marco’s request there will be no service. Should friends desire donations may be made to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home 72 Whiteshield Crescent South, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9 in Marco’s name. You will be forever missed!